Quiz on Wood Types and Characteristics

What is the term used for cutting down a tree?

• Logging

• Felling

• Chopping

• Harvesting

What is a characteristic of evergreen trees?

• They lose their leaves in winter

• They keep their needles all year round

• They grow in tropical climates

• They have broad leaves

What is the growth rate of a native British oak tree?

• 10 to 20 years

• 30 to 50 years

• 80 to 120 years

• 150 to 200 years

What tool is traditionally used for felling trees?

• Chainsaw

• Axe

• Hammer

• Drill

Which hardwood is described as having an interesting and variable grain?

• Ash

• Beech

• Oak

• Balsa

What is a characteristic of Balsa wood?

• Tough and durable

• Very soft and spongy

• Easily worked

• Shock resistant

What is a common use for Balsa wood?

• Flooring

• High end furniture

• Prototyping and modelling

• Sports equipment

What is a characteristic of softwood compared to hardwood?

• More porous cell structure

• Less porous cell structure

• More colours available

• Less sustainable

Which softwood is known for its good water resistance?

• Pine

• Spruce

• Larch

• Cedar

Which softwood has a pale yellow to pale brown appearance?

• Larch

• Pine

• Spruce

• Cedar